The Royal Conservatory - Flute - Repertoire Level 4
Overtones®: Flute Repertoire Level 4
The Level 4 Repertoire book is a key volume in the Overtones®: A Comprehensive Flute Series. This level focuses on establishing early-intermediate mastery, including expanded range, more complex rhythmic patterns, and a wider variety of musical styles.
Publication Specifications
| Spec Identifier | Detail |
|---|---|
| Publisher | RCM Publishing (The Frederick Harris Music Co., Ltd.) |
| Series Title | Overtones®: A Comprehensive Flute Series |
| Page Count | 68 total pages (48 flute pages / 20 piano pages) |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1-55440-292-2 |
| Format | Softcover with removable flute part insert |
Repertoire Composition
Level 4 introduces more significant works from the standard flute canon:
- List A (Baroque and Classical): Emphasis on clean articulation and dance rhythms (e.g., Telemann, Hook, Gossec).
- List B (Romantic and Contemporary): Emphasis on expressive tone and vibrato development (e.g., Fauré, Popp, Norton).
- Technical Scope: Includes pieces that explore the middle and upper registers with increased chromatic movement.
Key Pedagogical Features
- Introduction to varied rhythmic groupings and syncopation.
- Expanded dynamic range requirements for character pieces.
- Professional editing specifically designed to support the RCM Level 4 curriculum.